Whiteside County Fair attendees would do well to begin Thursday morning, August 15, 2024, with a visit to The Loft on Main gallery, at 112 E. Main Street, downtown Morrison, IL. Complimentary baked treats include Chocolate-Cherry Bars; Cinnamon Rolls; Orange Muffins; Zucchini Cake. Third Thursday [of each month] is
Fulton, IL, resident Barbara Mask will document the origin of Dutch Days events beginning in 1974, during her program at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Doors open at 1:00 p.m., and the program begins promptly at 1:30. She will illuminate the 1881 immigration of the Cornelius
Rock Falls River Chase is thrilled to announce another year of stock outboard boat racing, August 16-18, 2024, at Seward’s Riverside Park in Rock Falls, IL. Schedule: Friday, August 16 – Testing from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, August 17 – Racing from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thank you to those who support the Whiteside County Fair. There is no doubt that, without your continued support, our Fair would not have been successful and been able to continue for 153 years! The Fair Board appreciates your support in keeping the Fair going strong, so we can
Antique tractor buffs will have a heyday at the 153rd Annual Whiteside County Fair, which runs Tuesday, August 13, through Saturday, August 17, 2024. Anyone displaying their Antique Farm Tractor at the Fair will be required to purchase a Season Membership Pass, which will automatically enter them into the
Located at 205 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, “Royalty Healthy Shakes, Xtreme Teas, and Coffees,” offers energy teas and coffees–iced and hot–and protein shakes. Owner Kristina Cortez offers Fair-themed drinks during Fair Week, Monday, August 12, through Friday, August 16, 2024. Hours are 7:00 a.m. to noon.
Enjoy the afternoon-into-evening activities, food, and vendors in downtown Morrison, IL, on Thursday, August 8, 2024.
The Illinois Secretary of State’s annual Vehicle Show is Saturday, September 7, 2024, in Springfield, IL. It will be held rain or shine. The downtown location is the State Capitol Complex, at the corner of Edwards Street and College Street. This show will highlight the 60th Anniversary of the
The Parks and Recreation Department will host Bingo for Families, on Thursday, August 8, 2024. The venue is the City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Play time is from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. There is no fee.
Amish brothers Edward and Joe Bontrager, Morrison, IL, are available for local construction projects. View their work at God’s Will Giving Center, 126 E. Main Street; next door at Urban Eats, 130 E. Main; the Bark Park shelter on N. Genesee Street. The experienced craftsmen seek short-term work: building
Vern Pessman built this decorative yard wagon as a fundraiser, to aid severely-injured Service Members and First Responders. All proceeds will go to support Tunnels To Towers Foundation. Your donation will help build specially adapted smart homes for those individuals. A minimum offer must be over $400, which is
Since 1989, the Whiteside County Fair Board has sought to honor those who have made an extra effort, to support the annual Fair and make it as much fun as possible, for all who participate and attend the many shows and events. The Fair Board is pleased to announce
Enjoy some summertime tunes with Jim Ryan and his guitar. Bring a music lover, and come join us for a fun, musical evening at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 Tenth Avenue, Fulton, IL. The program starts at 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Jim originates from the Quad
It’s time to purchase fresh peaches and blueberries. Both luscious fruits will be available at last year’s location: Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL. Pull into the parking lot. “There will be no New Haven peaches, because the winter was too hard on them,” explained
From 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. tonight, Saturday, July 27, 2024, Rock River Jazz Band will bring the classic sounds of the Big Band Era to life, at RB&W Park in Rock Falls, IL, adjacent to the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 301 E. Second Street, Rock Falls, IL. Joining